Practice Agricultural (8.5.1) - Indiscriminate use of pest8.icides, insecticides and herbicides

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Question 1.
What are pesticides?
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Think about what farmers use on their crops.
Question 2.
Name one impact of deforestation.
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Consider how trees help keep soil in place.
3Question 3.
What substance is primarily responsible for biomagnification?
- Nitrogen
- Phosphorus
- Pesticides
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Think of harmful substances used on crops.
4Question 4.
True or False: Deforestation can enhance soil fertility.
- True
- False
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What happens to soil without tree roots?
Question 5.
Imagine you are an agricultural scientist. Propose a comprehensive plan to reduce soil pollution in a region heavily reliant on chemical pesticides.
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Think about sustainable techniques that can offset chemical reliance.
Question 6.
Evaluate the long-term environmental impacts if solid waste from agricultural activities continues to be improperly managed.
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Consider both immediate and future ecological consequences.

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